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Kia EV3 vs Skoda Fabia - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (204 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 16900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Skoda Fabia?

Kia EV3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Skoda Fabia

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

EV3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Skoda Fabia has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 30800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13971 £.

Fabia

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV3 has a to a small extent edge – offering 204 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.50 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Fabia performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 228 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 58 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV3 pulls somewhat stronger with 283 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 33 Nm difference.

EV3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Fabia is decisively lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 657 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia EV3 offers to a small extent more room – 460 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV3 performs slight better – up to 1251 L, which is about 61 L more than the Skoda Fabia.

When it comes to payload, Kia EV3 minimal takes the win – 470 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Kia EV3 proves to be has a very small edge and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia EV3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £30,800
EV3

Kia EV3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 436 - 605 km
Kia EV3
Skoda Fabia

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Kia EV3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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The Kia EV3 arrives as a cheeky, practical electric compact that manages to feel both premium and playful, delivering crisp handling and a roomy cabin that's perfect for urban life. With smart tech, friendly styling and sensible pricing, the EV3 is the kind of car that makes switching to electric feel like a no-brainer without asking you to give anything important up.

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Skoda Fabia

The Skoda Fabia is a clever, no-nonsense small car that turns everyday chores into a breeze thanks to smart packaging and a surprisingly roomy cabin. It won’t set your pulses racing, but it’s a consistently sensible choice — reliable, easy to live with and blessed with a few neat tricks that make city life less faff.

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Kia EV3
Skoda Fabia

Costs and Consumption

Price
30800 - 41700 £
Price
16900 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
4300 - 4310 mm
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1560 - 1570 mm
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
1251 L
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Kia EV3?

The Kia EV3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.